Our mission is to champion regional sustainability
through education, advocacy for environmental
and climate policy, and empowerment of
young environmental leaders.
through education, advocacy for environmental
and climate policy, and empowerment of
young environmental leaders.
2 Opportunities for Young People
Students in grades 9 through 12 in San Mateo County who are interested in climate change and taking local action are invited to apply for the Youth Climate Ambassador (YCA) Leadership Program by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 1. CEC founded the program and continues to help host it with the [...]
Take the Guesswork Out of Recycling
Puzzled about what goes in the green, black and blue bins and what really gets recycled? Two experts will explain proper sorting and answer all your questions at a free program on Wednesday, September 16, at the Burlingame Community Center at 850 Burlingame Ave. in Burlingame. You’ll also have a [...]
Documentary Focuses on Bat Extinction Crisis
We invite you to a free screening of an award-winning documentary highlighting the fight to save North American bats on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Burlingame Community Center at 850 Burlingame Ave. in Burlingame. There is no charge for admission, but pre-registration is required at [...]
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Youth Empowerment
Fourth grader Allison Wylie’s video, “Climate Change Is Taxing,” was the Elementary School Winner in the 2020 CEC Student Film Fest. Learn more about our Youth Empowerment programs: